Addresses

Committee Membership

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of George N. Peterson, Jr. providing for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the feasibility of allowing municipalities to offer their retirees individual policies funded by health reimbursement arrangements. Public Service.

By Messrs. Straus of Mattapoisett and Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 647) of William M. Straus and George N. Peterson, Jr. relative to the agreement among the states to elect the President by national popular vote. Election Laws.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1557) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and Paul K. Frost relative to protecting the rights of private property owners from certain land takings. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1558) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and Paul K. Frost relative to state agency compensation for owners of private property taken by eminent domain for regulatory purposes. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1559) of George N. Peterson, Jr. for legislation to require financial and criminal background searches of perspective purchasers in manufactured housing communities. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1560) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the indemnification of certain persons from civil proceedings for injuries or deaths of persons unlawfully entering their dwelling. The Judiciary.

By Messrs. Jones of North Reading and Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1990) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to health concerns of cosmetics. Public Health.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2049) of George N. Peterson, Jr. relative to community reviews of the siting and health impact caused by wind turbines in residential neighborhoods. Public Health.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2181) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the lawful sale of ammunition from companies outside of the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2182) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to unfair or deceptive acts or practices concerning the lawful sale of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2183) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the minimum age for issuance of firearms identification cards. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2184) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to remove failure to notify the Criminal History Systems Board of a change of address as a cause for revocation or suspension of a firearms identification card. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2410) of George N. Peterson, Jr., Christine E. Canavan and Paul K. Frost relative to providing for credible service for retirement purposes for VISTA volunteers. Public Service.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2701) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others that applications pertaining to the taxation of certain open space lands be approved only upon the taxes on such property being paid in full. Revenue.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2702) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to exempting active and full-time military service members from motor vehicle excise taxes. Revenue.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2703) of George N. Peterson, Jr., Paul K. Frost and Robert L. Hedlund relative to property tax assessments for the blind. Revenue.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2705) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and Paul K. Frost for legislation to provide for an oil tank removal tax credit for residents in manufactured housing communities. Revenue.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2865) of George N. Peterson, Jr., Paul K. Frost and Robert L. Hedlund for the issuance by the Governor of an annual proclamation setting apart the month of March as multiple system atrophy awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2866) of George N. Peterson, Jr. relative to the interaction of state agencies with Native-American tribes. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2966) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to directory assistance charges for handicapped or elderly persons. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2967) of George N. Peterson, Jr. relative to water sub-metering in manufactured housing communities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2968) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others providing for an investigation and study by a special (including members of the General Court) commission to research and determine the cumulative costs to consumers and businesses of all the Commonwealth’s renewable and alternative energy programs. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2969) of George N. Peterson, Jr., Paul K. Frost and Richard T. Moore for legislation to establish a fund to be used to decommission certain wind turbines. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2970) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of the health effects of wind turbines and to make certain other changes in law. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2971) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to establish a framework for consumer electricity rate savings and to make certain other changes in law. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3264) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to prohibit subdivisions of the Commonwealth from further restricting the use or possession of firearms. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3265) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the renewal of expired firearms licenses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3266) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to prohibit counties, cities or towns from adopting ordinances or regulations concerning lawful firearms, ammunition or ammunition component rights. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3267) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to repeal the law regulating the carrying of unloaded rifles or shotguns. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3270) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to previous convictions for persons making application for firearms licenses. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3271) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to authorize the Colonel of the State Police, or persons authorized by him, to issue temporary license to carry firearms to certain nonresidents. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3272) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to the terms of firearm licenses and exempting certain persons from paying firearms license renewal fees. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3273) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to illegal firearms sales to aliens and unsupervised youth firearm training and the penalties for violations. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3274) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to repeal the ban on assault weapons and large capacity feeding devices. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3275) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others relative to sales tax exemptions for gun safes and trigger locks. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3276) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and others for legislation to provide for an income tax deduction for purchases of a gun safes. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Peterson of Grafton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of George N. Peterson, Jr. and Michael O. Moore that the Grafton water district be authorized to exchange certain parcels of land with the Department of Fish and Game. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Messrs. Fattman of Sutton and Peterson of Grafton, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Ryan C. Fattman and George N. Peterson, Jr. that the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance be authorized to convey a certain parcel of land in the town of Sutton to Tim and Tammy Mahoney. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Bill

Docket

Bill Title

HD2465

By Mr. Golden of Lowell, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 9) of Thomas A. Golden, Jr. and others relative to stabilizing nursing facilities in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.

HD3651

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for adoption of resolutions condemning the actions of the Internal Revenue Service in regard to their investigation of non-profit groups with certain political affiliations. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

HD3864

By Representative Jones of North Reading and Senator Tarr, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., Bruce E. Tarr and others for legislation to repeal the 2013 sales tax on computer and software technology services. Revenue.

HD3903

By Mr. Diehl of Whitman, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Geoff Diehl and others for legislation to repeal the linkage of the gas tax to the Consumer Price Index. Revenue.

HD4118

By Mr. Cusack of Braintree, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Mark J. Cusack, George N. Peterson, Jr. and John J. Mahoney relative to the cost of renewable energy. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

HD4121

By Mr. Durant of Spencer, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Peter J. Durant and others relative to the theft of military service medals. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by proposal, House, No. 60) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to creating an independent redistricting commission. Election Laws.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by proposal, House, No. 66) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for a legislative amendment to the Constitution relative to prohibiting eminent domain takings. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 110) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to continuously monitoring the entrances, exits and common areas of all facilities operated under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 229) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to reporting requirements for raffles and bazaars. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 230) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to regulate the direct shipment of wines. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 235) of Barry R. Finegold, Frank A. Moran, Christopher G. Fallon, George N. Peterson, Jr. and other members of the General Court to further narrow the achievement gap. Education.

By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 267) of Alice Hanlon Peisch and others relative to small brewers of alcoholic beverages. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 319) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the student entrepreneurial development and economic investment fund. Economic Development and Emerging Technologies.

By Mr. Michael O. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 381) of Michael O. Moore, James B. Eldridge, William N. Brownsberger, Thomas M. Stanley and other members of the General Court for legislation to enhance the enforcement of illegal hunting practices. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 429) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to creating a "parent trigger petition" process at underperforming or chronically underperforming schools in the Commonwealth. Education.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 430) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that schools be required to maintain non-patient specific epinephrine auto-injectors to be used in the event of anaphylactic emergencies. Education.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 433) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to prohibit reductions of net school spending below the foundation budget amount. Education.

By Mr. Richard T. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 538) of Richard T. Moore, John W. Scibak, Stephen L. DiNatale, Carlos Henriquez and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the provider's council. Health Care Financing.

By Ms. Candaras, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 574) of Gale D. Candaras, John W. Scibak, Stephen L. DiNatale, Ruth B. Balser and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote higher education among employees of human services provider organizations. Higher Education.

By Ms. Spilka, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 587) of Karen E. Spilka, John W. Scibak, Stephen L. DiNatale, Alan Silvia and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote higher education among employees of human services provider organizations. Higher Education.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 591) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to repeal the law providing for the election of the President of the United States by national popular vote. Election Laws.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 592) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to require photo-identification for persons voting in elections. Election Laws.

By Mr. Beaton of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 658) of Matthew A. Beaton and others for legislation to authorize the Commonwealth to enter into an interstate compact for the enforcement of certain wildlife protection laws. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 729) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for an investigation by a special commission (including members of the General Court) of producer responsibility laws related to the manufacture and post-consumer management of certain products. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 730) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the protection of wetlands under certain ordinances or by-laws in cities and towns. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 731) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the approval of sewer disposal systems which have been installed for less than three years. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 815) of Bruce E. Tarr, Matthew A. Beaton, Katherine M. Clark, Angelo L. D'Emilia and other members of the General Court for legislation to enhance assessment information of the sexual offender registration board. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 923) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to be known as the Massachusetts minimum creditable coverage advisory commission to investigate and study various aspects of health insurance in the Commonwealth. Financial Services.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 927) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the equitable assessment of banking fees imposed on accounts for personal, family or household purposes. Financial Services.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1069) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to establishing a special commission (including members of the General Court) to make an investigation and study concerning performance-based funding for public institutions of higher education. Higher Education.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1070) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the expansion of the valedictorian tuition waiver program in the public system of higher education. Higher Education.

By Mr. Binienda of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1094) of John J. Binienda and others for legislation to further enhance efficiency and accountability of operations at local housing authorities. Housing.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1129) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that cities and towns be authorized to increase the density of property zoned for residential usage to provide additional affordable housing units. Housing.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1131) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the withholding of rents and the establishment of rent escrow accounts by tenants for code violations by landlords. Housing.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1132) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to affordable housing and the preservation of community water resources. Housing.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1134) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to further regulate certain restrictions on housing development or building permits under zoning ordinances in cities and towns. Housing.

By Ms. Flanagan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1137) of Jennifer L. Flanagan, Stephen L. DiNatale, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Michael J. Rodrigues and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to police pursuits in the Commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Richard T. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1157) of Richard T. Moore, Angelo L. D'Emilia, Michael O. Moore, Stephen L. DiNatale and other members of the General Court for legislation to prohibit the confiscation of lawfully owned firearms during a state of emergency. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1189) of James E. Timilty, Stephen L. DiNatale, Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., Michael J. Rodrigues and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to police training. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Beaton of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1198) of Matthew A. Beaton and others for legislation to increase the penalties for violations of certain hunting laws. The Judiciary.

By Mr. deMacedo of Plymouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1287) of Viriato Manuel deMacedo and others relative to clarifying procedures for the custodial protection by law enforcement and court officials of a child requiring assistance. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Timilty, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1298) of James E. Timilty, Michael O. Moore, Mark J. Cusack, Paul J. Donato and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to the sanctity of collective bargaining. Public Service.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1395) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the liability of persons transporting operators of motor vehicles arrested for drunk driving. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1397) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to prohibit eminent domain takings for the purpose of economic development. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1399) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to authorize the Division of Victim Compensation and Assistance to monitor profits from criminal activities of incarcerated persons. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1400) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to authorizing the courts of the Commonwealth to establish a system of juvenile restitution. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1401) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to excusing certain sole owners of businesses from jury service. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1402) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the crime of failing to notify law enforcement officials of a missing or deceased child. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1403) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the indemnification of certain persons from civil proceedings for injuries or deaths of persons unlawfully entering their dwelling. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1408) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that persons charged with the commission of felonies be rquired to submit DNA samples. The Judiciary.

By Ms. Peisch of Wellesley, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1549) of Alice Hanlon Peisch and others relative to improving the apprehension of drunk drivers and other law violators. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1733) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others to provide a safe workplace for employees of the Commonwealth and its political sub-divisions. Labor and Workforce Development.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1735) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that employees injured due to willful misconduct be prohibited from receiving any portion of compensation benefits. Labor and Workforce Development.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1736) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the definition of an employee under the labor laws for certain persons performing services. Labor and Workforce Development.

By Mr. Michael O. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1754) of Michael O. Moore and George N. Peterson, Jr. for legislation to establish a sick leave bank for Steven Dupras, an employee of the Department of Mental Health. Public Service.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1851) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the acceptance and disposition of municipal easements. Municipalities and Regional Government.

By Mr. Michael O. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1855) of Michael O. Moore and George N. Peterson, Jr. (by vote of the town) for legislation relative to the town clerk in the town of Upton. Municipalities and Regional Government. [Local Approval Received.]

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bruce E. Tarr, James M. Cantwell, Matthew A. Beaton, Antonio F. D. Cabral and other members of the General Court for legislation to establish a Massachusetts Seafood Marketing Program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1987) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the use of epinephrine, adrenaline or other agents by optometrists in the treatment of anaphylaxis. Public Health.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1991) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the donation of deceased veterans' bodies or parts for transplantation, therapy, research or education. Public Health.

By Mr. Diehl of Whitman, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2138) of Geoff Diehl and others relative to the training and hiring standards for municipal police officers. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mrs. Ferguson of Holden, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2145) of Kimberly N. Ferguson and others relative to the issuance of licenses for the use of chemical mace. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2152) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the establishment of a task force (including members of the General Court) to study use of the Internet by sex offenders. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Bruce E. Tarr, Donald F. Humason, Jr., James M. Cantwell, Leah Cole and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to distinctive registration plates. Transportation.

By Mr. Fernandes of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2312) of John V. Fernandes and others for legislation to prohibit mandatory polygraph testing for persons applying to become police officers. Public Service.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2361) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to transfer the payment of personnel and operating expenses of the Department of Highways from the capital budget to the operating budget of said department. Public Service.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2362) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to defining family health coverage and individual health coverage for public employees. Public Service.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2363) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to define employee plan, employee plus one plan and family plan options for public employee health insurance. Public Service.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2608) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to include home heating costs in the calculation of tax credits for senior citizens. Revenue.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2610) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to establish a special commission (including members of the General Court) to study the inventory tax in the Commonwealth. Revenue.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2611) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to require a two-thirds vote of the Senate and the House of Representatives prior to making appropriations from the Stabilization Fund. Revenue.

By Ms. Forry of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2806) of Linda Dorcena Forry and others for legislation to promote purchasing from social enterprises by governmental bodies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2823) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to prohibits the use of “union-only” requirements in public construction. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2824) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that awarding authorities deciding to require a project labor agreement report to the House and Senate committees on Ways and Means. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2826) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to increasing government efficiency through the use of electronic paperwork. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2827) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to repeal the law restricting the privatization of certain governmental functions. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2828) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others that the State Auditor conduct annual audits of credit cards issued on behalf of state agencies. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2829) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to provide regulatory reform to promote job growth. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2830) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the failure to file certain reports by candidates under the campaign finance laws. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2947) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the cost of electricity for ratepayers. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2948) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others for legislation to establish a voluntary accelerated energy efficiency rebate pilot program within the Department of Public Utilities. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.

By Mr. Beaton of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3216) of Matthew A. Beaton and others for legislation to require that fiscal notes be attached to legislation providing unfunded mandates on municipal governments. Ways and Means.

By Mr. Hill of Ipswich, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3229) of Bradford Hill and others for legislation to raise the upper limit of juvenile court jurisdiction from 17 years old to 18 years of age. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3251) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr. and others relative to the filing of a biennial report by the Secretary of Public Safety of firearms-related statistics. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

By Mrs. Orrall of Lakeville, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Keiko M. Orrall and others for legislation to authorize the board of elementary and secondary education to develop or implement the common core standards. Education.